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Meaning of the word countess in English

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countess

US /ˈkaʊn.t̬əs/
UK /ˈkaʊn.tes/
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Noun

the wife or widow of a count or earl

Example:
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The Countess wore a magnificent gown to the ball.
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She inherited the title of Countess from her mother.
Antonym:
count earl
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